You’ll realize the value of business interpretation services, especially when your meeting involves closing deals and signing business contracts. Working with a translation company with experience and proven results in business interpreting is vital. It is essential to note that in terms of work processes, both the translator and the interpreter translate the words from […]
Considered by some as the founding fathers of modern translation and interpretation, Dragoman interpreters played a vital role in the ancient Ottoman Empire and later in Turkey. But who were the Dragomans, and what essential roles did they play? Let’s dig into the topic… Dragomans – Founding Fathers of Interpreting During the Ottoman Empire Age, […]
American Sign Language, or ASL for short, is a very unique field of work. This line of work isn’t for everyone because it requires dedication, a love for people, and of course, some level of training, especially if you choose to be part of the medical or legal industry. There are times when your drive […]
Travel and migration have become standard practices for so many in today’s world. As a result of this trend, many people in different places do not speak the native language of the areas they choose to dwell in. In most cases, they have some familiarity with the language, but more is needed to have conversations in […]
Did you know that fundamental language access rights (Title VI of the civil rights act) don’t only apply to U.S civilians with Limited English Proficiency (LEP individuals)? As a foreign language interpreter or translator working and living in the United States, you also have interpreter rights. If English is not your native language and you […]
There’s a wholesome story that goes a little like this: For years, shoppers would flood the malls after the celebrational dust of Thanksgiving had settled, and the surge of spending put many retailers “on the black” for the rest of the year. But the name Black Friday wasn’t always used in this sense. Every year, […]
Language is inextricably linked to culture. And that’s why interpreters need to have a deep understanding of the source and target languages they work with to communicate across cultures effectively. Cultural interpretation is at the heart of professional results. Conveying terms and expressions that are deeply rooted in a specific culture can be challenging. Especially […]
Learning sign language can be an exciting experience that’ll help you communicate with the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. But just like any spoken language, sign comprises a range of techniques. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not a universal language. But ASL (American Sign Language) is a good starting point for beginners. Are you wondering how […]
Many cities are home to large immigrant communities. Immigrants enrich a city’s cultural and economic life and fill its streets with the sounds of another language. But a linguistic barrier between a first-generation immigrant and a healthcare services provider can have terrible consequences in an emergency. This is where ad-hoc interpreting comes in. How can […]
Interpreting service providers make it possible for cultural and sports events to be enjoyed by millions around the world. They also aid diplomacy, international trade, and academic exchange. On a smaller but equally important scale, interpreting helps immigrants deal with administrative processes, receive quality healthcare, and make themselves heard during legal processes. The language industry […]
American Sign Language is the official language of the deaf community in the United States of America and most of Anglophone Canada. Whether you are a seasoned interpreter or someone who is new to this career, our Day Interpreting team took the time to compile a great list of professional hacks for ASL interpreters that […]
Virtual remote interpreting in the legal industry is essential to achieve one of the primary goals of any legal system: ensuring fair and impartial treatment to anyone involved in a legal process. According to the Vera Justice Institute, there are over 25 million LEP (Limited English Proficiency) citizens in the US today. For multilingual communities […]
